Director of Purchasing (Kanawha County)

About the Role Are you a strategic procurement leader with a talent for navigating complex regulatory landscapes while driving operational velocity? The Office of Shared Administration (OSA) is seeking a highly skilled Director of Purchasing to lead, modernize, and accelerate agency-wide procurement operations for OSA and the West Virginia Department of Health (DH), Department of Health Facilities (DHF), and Department of Human Services (DoHS). Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Operations, you will serve as OSA’s senior procurement subject-matter expert and decision-maker within delegated authority. In this capacity, you will oversee an expansive procurement footprint, managing a dedicated team of professional staff. Your mission will be to modernize purchasing workflows and find innovative methods to reduce procurement cycle-times to deliver high-velocity, compliant solutions that empower our state agencies to serve West Virginians. Key Responsibilities As the Director of Purchasing, your expertise will steer the division through the following core pillars: Strategic Division Leadership & Modernization: Plan, develop, and direct the comprehensive operations of the Purchasing Division. Lead the modernization and automation of purchasing workflows to eliminate administrative waste and systematically resolve contract execution bottlenecks. Velocity & Data-Driven Performance: Establish and manage robust procurement dashboards and clear KPIs. Proactively manage the solicitation pipeline, track vendor performance, and drive aggressive procurement cycle-time reductions across all participating departments. Policy, Forms, & Procedural Design: Formulate, implement, and maintain purchasing operating procedures in strict alignment with state statutory, regulatory, and federal compliance guidelines. Develop and approve essential procurement forms and protocols based on OSA and state Office of Administration mandates. Regulatory Interpretation & High-Level Decision Making: Serve as the senior procurement voice and decision-maker within delegated authority. Interpret regulations for staff, managers, and external vendors, finding proactive, lawful avenues to accelerate the procurement process rather than simply administering existing bureaucratic steps. Federal Grant & Financial Management: Direct the compliance and execution of procurements funded by complex federal grants. Oversee the development and management of the purchasing administrative budget, ensuring absolute fiscal integrity and data accuracy. Workforce Development & Training: Continually assess divisional competencies to determine training needs. Proactively source, facilitate, or lead continuous learning opportunities through national, state, and local procurement conferences and professional development meetings. Minimum Qualifications Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: A minimum of six (6) years of related, progressive experience in large-scale purchasing, contract administration, or supply chain management. Specialized Experience: Demonstrated experience managing procurements backed by federal grants and using data dashboards to track pipeline KPIs. Core Competencies: Expert-level knowledge of public procurement laws, pipeline management, budget oversight, technical report analysis, regulatory compliance, team leadership, and executive vendor relations. Preferred Qualifications Public Sector Expertise: Strong preference will be given to candidates with direct public-sector or government procurement experience, specifically demonstrating a deep familiarity with regulations. Professional Certifications: Active designation as a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB). Why Work for Us? At the Office of Shared Administration, your leadership ensures that public resources are utilized effectively to support vital health and human services across the state. We offer a senior-level career with a total rewards package designed to support your health, family, and future. Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes: Robust Healthcare Coverage: Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance options, alongside life insurance plans to protect you and your loved ones. Generous Paid Time Off: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with 15 days of paid vacation, 18 days of paid sick leave, and 13 paid state holidays annually. Long-Term Financial Security: A highly coveted defined benefit retirement plan, ensuring a reliable and stable pension income for your future.

Sales Representative - January Start! (Cranberry Township)

HIRING: Sales Representatives in Cranberry! Includes a $1,000 Sign-on Bonus! As a Sales Representative at PLS Logistics Services, you will act as an essential resource for your customers, helping ship their freight across the nation, 24/7/365. The inside sales role comes with the passionate support of our company and your co-workers around you. Responsibilities Your first week Learn about PLS Logistics Services and the logistics industry Hear from our top home-grown leaders on how to be successful Participate in our fully paid training and orientation Familiarize yourself with our business model and transportation management system Get on the phones and grow your network Your first month Continue to develop a portfolio of clients by cold calling using our provided industry leads Understand how to negotiate pricing to close the deal Take charge of client service issues to the point of resolution Be open to coaching and learning while putting in the time and effort to be successful Update tracking system accurately throughout the day Your first six months Be the trusted advisor to your customer, helping manage their logistics challenges Liaise with Logistics Coordinators to help shoulder your load and allow you to bring in more business Seek out promotional opportunities to move up the ranks Maintain a strong understanding of the industry, including rates, capacities, and carriers. Your first year and after You tell us. Write your own ticket. Pay And Benefits At PLS Logistics Services, we take pride in attracting top talent. In addition to unlimited PTO and a base salary, our benefits include: $1,000 signing bonus. UNCAPPED commission, starting in the first week of training Full medical, dental, and vision coverage options Tuition reimbursement Extensive growth opportunities and a long track record of internal promotions to back it up 401k plan with employer match. Chairman’s Club opportunity – celebrate with the best of best as a reward for being a top sales representative Fun and welcoming work environment Extensive, world-class sales and logistics training Ongoing sales competitions with prizes Our ideal candidate Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred) Self-motivated Strong communication and interpersonal skills Strong work ethic Persistence Adaptable and dynamic High energy Entrepreneurial spirit

Application Engineer (Wilkes-Barre)

Applications Engineer Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA Area Industry: Industrial Manufacturing We are partnering with a global industrial manufacturer seeking an Applications Engineer to join its technical and commercial organization in Northeastern Pennsylvania. This position will serve as a technical resource supporting industrial products and applications across a variety of end markets. The Applications Engineer will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and customers to troubleshoot technical issues, evaluate product performance, and develop application-specific recommendations. The company is open to considering both early-career engineers and candidates with relevant professional experience. Extensive industry-specific experience is not required. Responsibilities Provide technical and applications support to customers and internal commercial teams Investigate product performance, failures, and application-related issues Analyze test results and technical data to identify root causes and recommend solutions Participate in product testing, trials, inspections, and technical evaluations Work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to develop a strong understanding of products and production processes Support customer visits and field evaluations Prepare technical reports, recommendations, and other documentation Assist with new product and application development initiatives Develop into a subject-matter expert capable of providing technical guidance to customers and internal teams Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline Strong mechanical and technical aptitude Interest in industrial manufacturing, metals, equipment, or engineered products Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate technical information effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences Comfortable working in both manufacturing and customer-facing environments Willingness to travel as required Recent graduates and early-career engineers are encouraged to apply Preferred Experience Experience in one or more of the following areas is beneficial but not required: Applications engineering Heavy industrial manufacturing Metals or materials Mechanical equipment Failure or root-cause analysis Product testing Field engineering or technical service This is an opportunity to join an established global manufacturer and develop specialized technical expertise through hands-on exposure to manufacturing, engineering, product applications, and customers.

Customer Development Director (Poughkeepsie)

10th St. Talent has been retained on a confidential search for a privately held manufacturer in the beautiful Hudson Valley. They make premium products in the USA and sell them to preschools, childcare programs, and school districts. For decades, the business has grown on reputation and word of mouth, with a small customer service team handling orders as they came in. The board has recently approved growing this sales and customer service organization and this hire will lead that exciting initiative. Responsibilities Build the relationship with the product side of the business, who owns strategy, pricing and marketing. Train and coach the customer service/account manager team to elevate customer success and grow inside sales. Build the sales engine: territories, KPIs, incentive plans, CRM, forecasting. The salespeople carry territory, the account managers carry the relationships, and you build the processes. Required Skills B2B commercial leadership across both sales and service, leading inside service and regional sales teams Building or rebuilding regional sales teams or inside account management and service teams Raising standards in service or account management teams, demonstrated by NPS, CSAT or retention Selling premium physical products to institutional or commercial buyers on long cycles, with procurement officers and bids involved Preferred Skills Education, childcare or children's products Familiarity with Head Start, CCDBG or state PreK funding This role is on-site in Poughkeepsie with relocation assistance available. Generous compensation structure and excellent benefits. For more information about this opportunity, apply today!

Senior Project Manager (Pittsburgh)

Marks, part of the Propelis Group, Marks is a consumer experience agency creating engaging moments across the entire brand spectrum—from brand design and packaging, to content and consumer connections. We are a collaborative global network of 1,900 team members across 25 studios and 20 countries, partnering with some of the world’s most recognized brands to solve complex business challenges through design, strategy, and craft. POSITION SUMMARY: The Sr Project Manager manages all aspects of projects/programs assigned. This role acts as a conduit for all project information to ensure the meeting of all critical delivery, quality, and pricing expectations as well as meeting profit margin goals. They are responsible for gathering all project related requirements, processing that information and establishing a plan, confirming the cost structure, producing a schedule, establishing project structure, understanding the requirements and overseeing the execution of the plan. This is an onsite role in Pittsburgh PA JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Assembles project plans and teamwork assignments, drives completion of tasks as warranted by each project and delivers projects at or above the predicted margin. Leads project meetings and relays pertinent project information to required personnel and outside vendors. Creates and manages project timelines to deliver product on time. Recommends, implements and adheres to global standard project management processes and methodologies Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and adhere to quality standards and customer expectations. Develops project budget and tracks project expenses and spending. Directs and monitors work efforts daily by identifying resource needs and performing quality reviews. Tracks key project milestones and adjusts project plans and/or resources to meet the needs of customers. Manages scope of project by enforcing proper change controls and documentation. Coordinates communication throughout the project life cycle with all areas of the enterprise that impacts the scope, budget, risk and resources of the work effort. Identifies and leads improvement opportunities within assigned programs/projects. Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of employee(s) to ensure goals or objectives are accomplished. Mentors, coaches, trains and develops team. Additional duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Development, Project Management or related field Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s) preferred 6 years progressive product management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience 1 years in a leadership role (direct or indirect) Prior managerial/supervisory experience Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required. High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning) Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment. Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. About Propelis: Propelis is a portfolio of global marketing services and technology companies with a combined legacy of 150 years , 2,000 clients , 9,000 employees , and operations across 30 countries. Propelis provides the scale and support of a global organization while preserving the unique culture and identity of each company in its portfolio. For more information visit: www.MakeMarks.com EEO Statement: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We offer equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. We strive to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resource Team. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $95,000 - $105,000 USD annually. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors. Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

Property Manager – NYC Co-ops & Condominiums (Bronx)

Hospitality and Customer Service Professionals Welcome Total Management NYC, LLC is seeking a Property Manager for our portfolio of NYC co-op and condominium communities. This is a full-time role based in our Bronx office, with two office days and three field days per week, plus evening board meetings and on-call responsibilities. Annual Base Salary: $50,000–$66,000, depending on experience and qualifications About the Opportunity At Total Management NYC, exceptional property management begins with how we treat people. We are seeking a personable, organized, and proactive professional with a passion for customer service, a hospitality mindset, and a willingness to learn. Prior property management experience is helpful, but not required. We welcome candidates from hospitality, hotel operations, client services, and other backgrounds that involve building relationships, coordinating teams, and taking ownership of the customer experience. You will manage an assigned portfolio of NYC cooperative and condominium communities, supported by our dedicated maintenance, accounting, and administrative teams. Your focus will be building strong client relationships, coordinating services, leading board meetings, and ensuring consistent communication and follow-through. Who You Are You listen carefully, communicate clearly, and follow through on your commitments. You anticipate needs, stay calm when problems arise, and make people feel heard and respected. You are comfortable leading meetings, explaining information, and handling difficult conversations professionally. When you do not know an answer, you take responsibility for finding it and following up. Responsibilities Build client relationships: Serve as the primary management contact for assigned boards and develop positive relationships with residents and building staff. Lead board meetings: Prepare agendas and management reports, present financial and operational updates with support from our teams, communicate recommendations, and follow through on board decisions. Own the follow-through: Coordinate with maintenance, accounting, and administrative teams, keep clients informed, and confirm that each matter is resolved. Communicate proactively: Respond to inquiries, set clear expectations, and provide timely updates about repairs, projects, and outstanding matters. Visit your properties: Conduct regular walkthroughs, identify maintenance and presentation concerns, and coordinate corrective action. Coordinate repairs and services: Work with our maintenance team, building staff, and vendors to arrange work, monitor progress, and confirm completion. Oversee building compliance: With our maintenance team and qualified outside professionals, maintain a calendar of required inspections, filings, and correction deadlines, including annual elevator and boiler inspections and DOB and other agency violations, and keep boards informed. Support building staff: Reinforce expectations for courtesy, responsiveness, work quality, and reliable coverage. Coordinate financial matters: Work with accounting to understand budgets and financial reports, address billing questions, and bring upcoming obligations or spending concerns to the board’s attention. Coordinate capital projects: Work with internal teams, engineers, and contractors on proposals, schedules, approvals, progress updates, and completion. Exercise sound judgment: Handle routine matters independently within established authority and recognize when board approval or guidance from company leadership is needed. Use technology effectively: Use AppFolio, Google Workspace, Zoom, and company-approved AI tools to organize work, collaborate, prepare communications, and maintain accurate records. Manage emergency coordination: Assess urgent situations, involve the appropriate maintenance personnel and vendors, and keep board members informed through resolution. Qualifications A demonstrated commitment to thoughtful, attentive customer service. Experience managing client or guest relationships and taking responsibility for resolving concerns. Experience leading meetings, presenting information, or coordinating discussions with clients or stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organization and the ability to manage competing priorities, track deadlines, and follow through consistently. Empathy, professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion. A willingness to learn building operations, financial reporting, and NYC co-op and condominium compliance requirements. Comfort with Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar) and Zoom. Willingness to use company-approved AI tools while checking accuracy and protecting confidential information. Ability to learn AppFolio and other management platforms. Prior AppFolio experience is helpful but not required. Experience in hospitality management, client-service leadership, property management, staff supervision, or vendor coordination is especially relevant. Training & Transition During an initial transition of approximately three months, you will work closely with company leadership to learn your assigned properties, build board relationships, and progressively assume responsibility for meetings — first attending alongside leadership, then taking the lead with guidance. Schedule & Availability Two days per week at our Bronx office and three field days per week visiting assigned NYC properties. Attendance at evening board meetings, typically between 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. 24/7 availability by phone for building emergencies and urgent board-member concerns, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Compensation & Benefits Annual base salary of $50,000–$66,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Health insurance with 50% of the premium covered by the company. A 401(k) plan. A monthly travel reimbursement allowance. A compensation review after six months. Structured onboarding and direct guidance from company leadership. Ongoing support from dedicated maintenance, accounting, and administrative teams. About Total Management NYC Total Management NYC was founded in 2014 with a simple mission: to provide NYC co-ops and condos with the attentive, professional management they deserve. We take a boutique approach — every building receives personalized attention from a dedicated team who knows the property, the board, and the residents. Our headquarters in the Bronx and satellite office in Manhattan keep us close to the buildings and communities we serve. Total Management NYC, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Applications Developer ( SQL / .NET / AI Agent Developer) - Hybrid in Phoenix, AZ - Contract to Hire role - Need only local candidates in Arizona (Phoenix)

Applications Developer – SQL / .NET / AI Agent Developer Location: Arizona – Local Candidates Only Work Arrangement: Hybrid/Onsite as required Employment Type: Contract Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Applications Developer – SQL / .NET / AI Agent Developer to design, develop, optimize, and support enterprise applications and data solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Azure SQL, SQL Server, C#/.NET, Azure App Services , and modern AI-driven application development. This role will focus on advanced SQL development and optimization, AI agent development, application support, and the design of scalable data and software solutions. The developer will also mentor junior developers and contribute to emerging AI-driven development initiatives. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, optimize, and maintain complex Azure SQL and SQL Server databases . Lead database development and optimization projects using advanced SQL techniques and best practices. Develop and optimize stored procedures, queries, indexes, triggers, and database objects . Analyze and troubleshoot database performance, scalability, and reliability issues. Design, build, and deploy AI agents and multi-agent systems for complex business workflows. Develop autonomous, stateful, self-correcting, and tool-using AI agents capable of reasoning, planning, and executing tasks. Implement prompt engineering and simple RAG pipelines for AI-powered applications. Maintain and support Microsoft Azure App Services and C#/.NET-based applications. Develop and maintain web applications using C#, .NET, ASP.NET, and Visual Studio . Develop and integrate applications using RESTful APIs . Apply object-oriented programming principles and UI design practices. Utilize Python scripting and modern AI development tools and frameworks. Work with Microsoft OpenAI technologies and AI-assisted development tools such as Copilot and Claude. Participate in data warehousing, ETL, data analysis, and reporting initiatives. Collaborate with development, database, business, and technical teams throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Perform application and database testing, debugging, and troubleshooting. Create and maintain technical documentation and development artifacts. Mentor junior developers and promote coding, testing, and development best practices. Evaluate and adopt emerging programming languages, APIs, platforms, and AI development technologies. Required Technical Skills Azure SQL / Microsoft SQL Server Advanced SQL query development and optimization Stored procedures, indexing, triggers, and database performance tuning C# / .NET / ASP.NET Visual Studio Azure App Services Azure DevOps RESTful APIs Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Web application development and UI design Data warehousing and ETL Python scripting AI Agent Development Prompt Engineering Simple RAG Pipelines Microsoft OpenAI framework/technologies AI-assisted development using Copilot / Claude AI-driven development / Vibe Coding Software Development Life Cycle ( SDLC ) Agile Development Methodology AI Agent Development The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience developing AI agents capable of: Solving complex business workflows autonomously. Reasoning, planning, and executing multi-step tasks. Using tools and interacting with external systems. Maintaining state and context across workflows. Self-correcting based on results and feedback. Collaborating with other AI agents, applications, and human users. Utilizing prompt engineering and RAG techniques to improve agent performance. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 8 years of experience in SQL, web development, application development, and analysis, or equivalent experience. Strong understanding of SDLC and Agile development methodologies. Exceptional design, coding, testing, debugging, and problem-solving skills. Strong analytical and communication skills. Ability to quickly learn and work with new programming languages, APIs, platforms, and emerging AI technologies. Ability to interpret and analyze test results and maintain testing frameworks, databases, libraries, and test environments. Ability to build strong working relationships with technical teams and business stakeholders. Must be an Arizona resident. Preferred Relevant professional certifications in Microsoft Azure, SQL Server, .NET, AI/ML, or related technologies. Experience mentoring junior developers. Experience working with multiple programming languages, database platforms, and development environments. Experience implementing AI-driven solutions in enterprise environments. Thanks & Best Regards Piyush Sharma Recruitment eMail: [email protected] | www.ishift. net 7014 East Camelback Road, Suite 1452 Scottsdale, Arizona 85251

Senior Applications Engineer (Grand Rapids)

About us- Cognex is the largest, most successful and recognized global player in industrial machine vision! We are a financially strong, international company with no debt and have been in business for over 40 years. Using advanced optics, image sensors and artificial intelligence software Cognex vision and ID systems capture an image then analyze it to make sense of what’s being seen. We are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment, guided by our Work Hard, Play Hard, Move Fast culture, which celebrates employee innovation, determination, and dedication in a dynamic, fun, and distinctive atmosphere . As a Senior Applications Engineer, you will join an Applications Engineering (AE) team that is responsible for supporting customers through their journey with Cognex. The AE team determines the right combination of Cognex products, lighting, optics and automation engineering for an optimal solution that fits within the customer’s defined budget and skillset. The AE team provides technical expertise to customers and collaborates with the Sales organization to influence the selling of Cognex products. Essential Functions Provides application guidance for high-complexity applications across all Cognex products and prioritizes as necessary. For complex applications, may require the support of more experienced AEs. Provides advanced integration of Cognex products with devices such as PLCs, PCs, or Controllers Performs advanced troubleshooting for Cognex products and develops knowledge of peripheral technology Provides Sales with technical options when communicating with or visiting customers to help Cognex win. Shares advanced findings and creates documentation and trainings for the AE community Responsible for maintaining business systems information in a timely manner for accurate reporting Provides product/customer feedback to AE Manager and product owners to improve products. Knowledge Develops an advanced technical knowledge of Cognex’s vision and sensor product families. Advanced knowledge of image processing, optics and lighting for machine vision. Advanced knowledge of industrial communication methods, networks, two or more programming languages*, controls (installation, wiring, operability), PLCs, and/or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). *Programming languages may include: javascript, VB, VB.Net, C#, .Net, C++ Advanced industry knowledge to include movement of product, understanding of motion control, robotics, and other automation equipment. Advanced knowledge of controls engineering concepts such as installation, wiring, and operability from prior experience Working knowledge of MS Office applications. Windows based PC industrial connectivity in a lab and automation environment. Begins to gain knowledge of business processes and decision-making for product development and commercial impacts Skills & Abilities Advanced understanding of electro-mechanical solutions. Advanced ability to conduct and troubleshoot onsite optimizations, perform trials, and conduct data analytics to improve performance on solutions. Advanced ability to handle challenging customer situations. Advanced interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively establish relationships, communicate, influence, and present to various stakeholders Advanced presentation skills Mentors other AEs Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as Engineering, Computer Science; or an otherwise equivalent technical experience Typically requires a minimum of 4-6 years of experience in technical application development. Experience in a related or high-tech industry preferred. Ability to adapt to flexible working hours including the availability to work evening and weekend hours or varying work patterns depending on customer or project needs. Ability to be on-call and respond to customer emergencies. Local travel up to 2 days per week within a 2-hour radius of the assigned territory, with overnight travel limited to a few instances per year. Ability to work safely in industrial environments by strictly following safety guidelines and protocols (may vary per region/customer). This job has physical requirements including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds (appx. 23 kilograms). Must maintain customer confidentiality to protect confidential or sensitive customer information. English language proficiency (written and oral).

Agentic AI Lead (San Diego)

Job Title: Agentic AI Lead / Architect Location: San Diego, CA / Austin, TX / Fort Mill, SC Employment Type: Full-time Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Agentic AI Lead / Architect to drive the design, development, and deployment of next-generation AI solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience building and scaling at least one production-grade Agentic AI platform , strong expertise in Python and AWS , and the ability to engage directly with clients while leading technical teams. This role will be responsible for architecting intelligent agent ecosystems, defining AI strategy, and delivering enterprise-scale AI solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise-grade Agentic AI platforms and applications. Build and deploy autonomous AI agents leveraging LLMs, RAG, multi-agent orchestration frameworks, and workflow automation. Design scalable, secure, and highly available AI solutions on AWS cloud services. Collaborate with business stakeholders, clients, product teams, and engineering teams to translate business requirements into AI-driven solutions. Define architecture patterns, best practices, governance, monitoring, and AI observability standards. Drive technical decision-making across AI/ML, cloud infrastructure, vector databases, and agent frameworks. Mentor and guide engineering teams through solution design, development, deployment, and optimization. Lead client discussions, technical workshops, architecture reviews, and executive presentations. Ensure AI solutions meet enterprise standards for security, compliance, scalability, and performance. Stay current with emerging trends in Generative AI, Agentic AI, LLMs, and cloud-native architectures. Required Qualifications 10 years of overall software engineering experience with at least 3 years in AI/ML or Generative AI solution architecture. Strong proficiency in Python with experience building scalable AI applications. Deep expertise in AWS services including Lambda, ECS/EKS, Bedrock, SageMaker, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, CloudWatch, and related cloud-native services. Proven experience designing and delivering at least one production-grade Agentic AI platform in an enterprise environment. Hands-on experience with: Large Language Models (OpenAI, Claude, Llama, Bedrock Models, etc.) Agentic AI frameworks (LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen, Semantic Kernel, LangChain) RAG architectures and vector databases Prompt engineering, AI evaluation, and observability API design and microservices architecture Strong knowledge of software architecture, distributed systems, and scalable application design. Experience leading technical teams and driving architecture governance. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and client-facing presentation skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience in Financial Services, Capital Markets, Banking, Trading, or Investment Management domains. Exposure to trading systems, market data platforms, risk management, or financial analytics. Experience implementing AI governance, security, and responsible AI practices. AWS Solutions Architect, Machine Learning, or AI-related certifications. Key Skills Agentic AI Architecture Multi-Agent Systems Generative AI & LLMs Python AWS Cloud LangGraph / CrewAI / AutoGen RAG & Vector Databases AI Observability & Evaluation Microservices & APIs Solution Architecture Stakeholder & Client Management Team Leadership

Customer Quality Engineer (Hamilton)

Customer Quality Engineer Setting/Hours: 100% In-Office | Mon-Fri 8a-5p Join trak group in partnering with a growing client in Hamilton, Ohio that’s expanding its Manufacturing team. Website Summary Trak group is partnering with a growing client seeking a Customer Quality Engineer to support production quality, customer satisfaction, new product launches, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment. This role serves as a key liaison between customers, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to resolve quality concerns, improve products and processes, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements. The Customer Quality Engineer will lead customer complaint resolution, root cause and corrective action activities, PPAP submissions, APQP processes, and quality initiatives supporting both existing and new programs. Responsibilities Serve as a primary quality contact for customers and drive resolution of customer quality concerns. Lead zero-mile customer complaint investigations , root cause analysis, and permanent corrective actions. Manage sorting and containment activities associated with customer complaints. Lead quality activities for new program launches through the phased-gate process. Prepare and submit PPAP packages and ensure completion of required quality deliverables. Develop and implement Safe Launch plans to reduce internal and customer quality concerns. Monitor customer portals, scorecards, complaints, change management, and overall customer satisfaction. Partner with warranty teams to identify opportunities for product and process improvements. Lead quality investigations and implement solutions that prevent recurring issues. Support Engineering with qualification of new parts, processes, and equipment through data collection and analysis. Perform product and process audits to ensure compliance with specifications and customer requirements. Participate in the review and disposition of nonconforming material. Facilitate APQP activities and develop work instructions for customer-specific requirements. Promote quality excellence across Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and other cross-functional teams. Train and support employees on customer complaints, quality concerns, and quality methodologies. Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with internal quality standards, safety policies, and customer-specific requirements. Must-Haves Engineering degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Experience in a customer-facing quality engineering role within manufacturing . Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949 quality systems. Hands-on experience with automotive Core Tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, and Control Plans . Experience leading customer complaints, containment, root cause analysis, and corrective actions. Knowledge of structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Red X, and/or Six Sigma . Strong understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes, tooling, and equipment. Experience supporting new product or program launches. Strong data analysis and statistical problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and statistical software such as Minitab, Infinity, or equivalent . Strong customer communication, organization, and project management skills. Ability to manage multiple quality issues and programs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Preferred Automotive manufacturing or Tier 1 supplier experience. Direct experience managing automotive customer portals and scorecards. Warranty analysis experience. Experience developing Safe Launch plans. Advanced knowledge of IATF 16949 and customer-specific quality requirements. Continuous improvement or Six Sigma project experience. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to make an impact, partner with trak group to explore this opportunity.

Creative Director (San Diego)

Carousel’s Creative Director is a hybrid role with responsibilities across design, creative, motion and content production. This role is full-time, on-site, with options for some hybrid work opportunities. This position will require outstanding creative and design skills along with a positive, motivated and entrepreneurial attitude. You will work cross-functionally with other directors in a small, talented and progressive team. You will lead design efforts across all creative, branding, experiential and content development. You have your finger on the pulse of culture, music, art, fashion and technology. Your dynamic skillset, desire to produce industry-leading work and easy-going personality will make you an irreplaceable member of the Carousel team. Responsibilities : Leadership : provide leadership and collaboration across Carousel’s clients and projects. Presenting : strong presentation skills, master of deck building and communicating ideas quickly. Branding : ability to create sharp and relevant branding solutions that carry powerful longevity. Typography : mastery of type design, especially designing with motion, video, digital and print. Campaigns : ability to translate your design skillset to art direction, creating innovative campaigns. 3D / Motion : work with 3D/Motion designers to bring your design to life in 2D, 3D and motion. Guidelines : build inspiring brand guidelines that clearly articulate your design language. Qualification : Full-time, On-Site Applicants Only Four Year Degree, Design Emphasis 5-10 Years Professional Experience - Design Studio, Advertising Agency, Production Company. Mastery of Figma, Adobe, AfterEffects, Premier, Maya, Blender and similar. Tastemaker with awareness to cultural trends across sport, fashion, technology and lifestyle. Ability to work in a fast paced creative environment with the best brands in the world. High attention to detail required to work on industry-leading work for world-class clients. Growth mindset and desire to learn and challenge yourself in new ways. Compensation : Annual Salary (1st and 15th) 100% Employee Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits 10 Days Paid Vacation, 5 Paid Sick Days, 6 Paid Holidays Discretionary Performance Bonus 401k Retirement Plan 5% Retirement Employer Contribution (After 90 Days of Employment) Carousel is a strategic creative content studio based in San Diego, California. Our office is located in Ocean Beach, two blocks from the ocean. We provide a welcoming work environment with highly talented team, world-class clients, top-notch benefits and outstanding opportunities for all.